Terraforming Mars: Venus Next

FryxGames, Arclight Games, Brädspel.se · Board game · 2017
1–5 · best 3 Solo 90–120 min Weight 2.9/5
8.2 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
8.2 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict

The perfect expansion for those looking to crank up the challenge in Terraforming Mars.

Highlights
  • Increased strategic variety
  • Awesome new corporations
  • Survival mechanics
  • Expands the universe
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Adds complexity
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About the game
If you're already a die-hard fan of Terraforming Mars, get ready to shift orbits! Venus Next is the second official expansion that takes the engine you know and love and throws it into a much more hostile and dynamic environment. Forget the relative calm of Mars for a moment; here, the challenge is to survive and thrive on a lethal planet. The big twist is that the World Government has decided to fund the terraforming of Venus, and you're the one leading the charge.

To spice things up, the expansion introduces the 'floaters' resource, essential for building floating cities that won't melt in the infernal atmosphere. You'll encounter about 50 new project cards and 5 brand-new corporations, all specifically designed to tame this planetary chaos. Additionally, the expansion adds new milestones, new awards, and a unique terraforming parameter, ensuring every session is a unique technological race. It's the perfect add-on for players who feel the base game has become too predictable and want to add layers of complexity and strategic variety. If you enjoy resource management in sci-fi settings and want to see how humanity would tackle a planet as aggressive as Venus, this expansion is your next destination!
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Game: Terraforming Mars Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Series: Terraforming Mars Setting: Future Timeline (Fryxgames) Space: Earth's Solar System Space: Mars Space: Venus
Publisher FryxGames, Arclight Games, Brädspel.se, Ghenos Games, Intrafin Games, Kilogames, Korea Boardgames, Lautapelit.fi, Lavka Games, Maldito Games, MeepleBR, MINDOK, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag, Siam Board Games, Stronghold Games, Surfin' Meeple China
Designer Jacob Fryxelius
Artist Isaac Fryxelius, William Bricker
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play Venus Next without the base game?
Not at all! This is an expansion and you must have the Terraforming Mars base game to play.
Does the game get much harder?
Yes, the expansion introduces new challenges and resources that require more careful management to survive on Venus.
How many players can play?
The expansion supports 1-5 players, matching the base game's capacity.
How long does a game take with the expansion?
Playtime typically ranges between 90 to 120 minutes, depending on player strategy.
What are the main new features?
Floating cities, new resources (floaters), new corporations, and new project cards.